Guangzhou-Guilin-Kunming-Dali-Lijiang 12-Day Tour

Arrive at Guangzhou Airport, where your driver will meet you for a private transfer to the hotel. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free. You may explore the Jiangnanxi shopping area and Wanhao Outlets to experience local city life. Dinner is at your own expense. No guide service is provided today.

Morning: Stop for photos at Canton Tower (tower admission optional, own expense). Visit Chen Clan Academy to admire exquisite Lingnan‑style brickwork, wood carvings and sculptures.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Stroll through Shamian Island’s European‑style architecture, then explore the historic lanes of Yongqing Fang. Join an included Cantonese Embroidery workshop – create your own Lingnan‑style souvenir. Continue to lively Beijing Road Pedestrian Street.

Evening: Enjoy an included Pearl River night cruise and take in Guangzhou’s illuminated skyline.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Guangzhou South Railway Station with your English-speaking guide. Take high-speed train G2902 to Guilin North Railway Station. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in, then visit Elephant Trunk Hill Park, Guilin’s famous landmark on the Li River.

Morning: Board the included Li River Essential Cruise. Enjoy highlights such as Nine‑Horse Fresco Hill and Yellow Cloth Shoal. Disembark at Xingping Ancient Town and walk to the viewpoint featured on China’s 20‑yuan banknote.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Transfer to Yangshuo, check in to your hotel, and enjoy free time to explore lively West Street.

Evening: Savour an included signature dinner: Yangshuo Beer Fish feast.

Morning: Bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River – drift past karst peaks, farmland and traditional villages.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Cycle along the Ten‑Mile Gallery (bicycle rental included), passing views of Moon Hill, the Big Banyan Tree and Butterfly Spring. Return to your hotel for a rest.

Evening: Watch Impression Liu Sanjie from an included regular seat – an outdoor performance staged against the Li River and karst mountains.

Note: This is an open‑air show; cancellations may occur in heavy rain or during low season – refund or alternative will be arranged.

After breakfast, check out and take a private transfer to Guilin North Railway Station. Board high-speed train D3949 to Kunming. Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free, and you may visit Nanping Pedestrian Street. No guide service is provided today.

Morning: Travel with your guide to Stone Forest Scenic Area, a UNESCO site of spectacular limestone pinnacles.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Continue to Jiuxiang Scenic Area to explore its impressive network of caves, stalactites and underground rock formations. Return to Kunming hotel after the tour.

Note: Jiuxiang involves many steps and staircases – not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Morning: Visit Dian Lake with your guide – enjoy lakeside scenery; red‑billed gulls may be seen during migration (Nov–Mar).

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Explore Yunnan Ethnic Village, learning about local architecture and traditions. Join an included ethnic tie‑dye workshop and create your own artwork. Afterwards, visit Dounan Flower Market, one of Asia’s largest fresh‑cut flower markets.

Evening: Enjoy an included signature dinner: Yunnan Cross‑Bridge Rice Noodle feast.

Morning: After breakfast, check out and transfer to Kunming Railway Station with your guide. Take a high‑speed train to Dali (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, private transfer (approx. 1 hour) to Shuanglang Ancient Town on Erhai Lake’s eastern shore.

Afternoon: Enjoy the scenery at Shuanglang and take the included Erhai Lake cruise (exact departure pier, route and sailing time subject to final ticket confirmation).

Evening: Transfer (approx. 1 hour) to Dali Ancient City, check in at your hotel inside or near the old town. The evening is free for you to explore at your own pace.

Morning: After breakfast, check out and drive to Lijiang with your guide (approx. 2‑3 hours). Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and watch the outdoor performance Impression Lijiang, showcasing Naxi culture.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Continue to Blue Moon Valley – admire its turquoise lakes set against snow‑capped peaks. After the tour, transfer to your hotel in Lijiang for check‑in.

Morning: Explore Lijiang Ancient Town with your guide – visit Sifang Street and the Big Waterwheel. Continue to Shuhe Ancient Town, a former stop on the Ancient Tea Horse Road.

Afternoon: Lunch at your own expense. Transfer to Lijiang Railway Station and take a high‑speed train to Kunming (approx. 3.5 hours). Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel.

Your driver will provide a private transfer to Kunming Changshui International Airport. The transfer will be arranged so that you arrive approximately three hours before an international flight or two hours before a domestic flight. No guide service is provided today.